Coin, Israel, 100 Pruta
1954 - Berne - EF(40-45) - Nickel Clad Steel - KM:18
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Date palm and country name in Hebrew and Arabic.
Value and date in Hebrew within wreath
Reduced size, die manufactured in Bern.
11.07 gr
An “EF(40-45)” quality
As in numismatics it is important that the state of conservation of an item be carefully evaluated before it is offered to a discerning collector with a keen eye.
This initially obscure acronym comprising two words describing the state of conservation is explained clearly here:
Extremely Fine
This means – more prosaically – that the coin has circulated well from hand to hand and pocket to pocket but the impact on its wear remains limited: the coins retains much of its mint luster, sharp detailing and little sign of being circulated. Closer examination with the naked eye reveals minor scratches or nicks.